Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Becoming Like Our Teacher (Mar 25)

Posted on March 25, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The goal of a disciple is to become just like his teacher. For the disciple of Jesus, it means that when we are fully trained we will be like Him. Jesus gives us a few of the lessons we will learn, as we become more like Him. Continue reading →

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Choosing Leaders (Mar 24)

Posted on March 24, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus lived a life of prayer. So it is not surprising that when he came to critical junctures in his life that he would spend extended time in prayer. It is not surprising that when a critical decision was to be made that he spent the whole night in prayer. Continue reading →

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Moving On, Moving In (Mar 23)

Posted on March 23, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Sometimes we get stuck in a rut in our spiritual journey. We struggle again and again with the same things. We become content and complacent with the status quo. God is calling us, like his chosen people in this text, to move on from this place and move in to the Promised Land. Continue reading →

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Thirsty (Mar 22)

Posted on March 22, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Like the Psalmist, we are created with a thirst for “living water.” Continue reading →

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Everything Changes (Mar 21)

Posted on March 21, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The disciples had been up fishing all night and hadn’t caught a thing. Tired, frustrated and at the end of their patience they heard Jesus words: “Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” Continue reading →

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Tempted (Mar 20)

Posted on March 20, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus knows the power of temptation—he has been tempted in every respect as we are—and demonstrates the power of the Spirit to overcome the temptation. Continue reading →

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Generous Hearts are Blessed (Mar 19)

Posted on March 19, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God has compassion on all he has made and a special place in his heart for the poor and needy. So it is not surprising that God promises to bless those who bless the poor.  Continue reading →

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Change Brings Fruit (Mar 18)

Posted on March 18, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Repentance is all about change. To repent is to change one’s mind about sin, which leads to a change of direction and behavior.  Ultimately it brings a fruitful life: a Christ-like life. If you don’t change: you will never grow and you will miss out on the abundant life that could be yours. Continue reading →

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A Life of Devotion (Mar 17)

Posted on March 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Anna turned a tragedy into an opportunity to serve God. She had been married only 7 years when her husband died, leaving her in a difficult situation. What would she do? Continue reading →

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When Donkeys Talk (Mar 15)

Posted on March 16, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God is very creative in communicating with his people. But when God starts to speak to you through a donkey, you know you are in trouble. God’s servants, especially prophets or preachers, are wise to learn the lessons of Balaam. Continue reading →

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